The Philippines must pursue long-term reforms to thrive amid intensified uncertainty wrought by geopolitics and external developments, including Donald J. Trump's impending return to the White House seen solidifying the United States' trade protectionism, according to a World Bank economist. On the...
President Marcos called on participants of the East Asia Summit (EAS) to exert "concerted and serious efforts" to resolve disputes in the South China Sea and not ignore China's continued "disregard" for international law and standards. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Malacañang photo)...
The Filipino youth’s quality of life saw a little improvement last year as the country inched up to the 77th spot on the Youth Progress Index. The Youth Progress Index is an initiative by the European Youth Forum and Social Progress Initiative that measures the quality of life of young people...
San Miguel's CJ Perez drives for a layup against an Anyang KGC defender in their East Asia Super League (EASL) matchup held at the Okinawa Arena in Okinawa, Japan last Saturday, March 4. San Miguel bowed out of contention in the East Asia Super League (EASL) Champions Week after absorbing a 142-87...
TNT’s Mikey Williams tries to drive past Seoul import Leon Williams. (Tournament Images) TNT bowed out of the East Asia Super League (EASL) Champions Week after absorbing an 80-69 loss to reigning KBL champion Seoul SK Knights Friday night at Nikkan Arena in Utsunomiya. The Tropang Giga gave the...
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia—“Our people look to their leaders, to us, to correctly navigate the uncertain waters of this new world.” President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made this assertion on Sunday as he urged his fellow leaders to “act decisively and immediately” on world’s pressing concerns:...
The alleged spokesperson of the Islamic State-East Asia (ISIS-EA) was killed in a military operation in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao on Monday, June 6. Abdulfatah Omar Alimuden alias Abu Huzaifah, the alleged spokesperson of the Islamic State-East Asia (ISIS-EA), was killed in a military...
The World Bank has slightly downgraded the Philippines' gross domestic product (GDP) outlook for 2022 from 5.8 percent to 5.7 percent, falling further below the Duterte administration's target of seven to nine percent due to external risks. In its East Asia and Pacific Economic Update released...
The Philippines logged the second lowest Covid-19 average daily attack rate (ADAR) in Southeast Asia based on the OCTA Research group’s data on Thursday, March 24. In a tweet, OCTA fellow Dr. Guido David presented the Covid-19 numbers in Southeast Asia and East Asia. (Unsplash) “East and...
It has yet to formally take off, but interest on the East Asia Super League (EASL) is fast gaining ground around the region. Inquiries about the fledgling league set for an early October launch have been non-stop since its formation was first unveiled in December of last year. EASL CEO and...
June Mar Fajardo (PBA Image) June Mar Fajardo will definitely make a difference once he brings his game in the East Asia Super League. Matt Beyer sees the 6-foot-10 San Miguel Beer star making an impression in the upcoming league that features tough competition from some of the best players and...
Young Filipino filmmaker Carlo Francisco Manatad wins Best Director award at London East Asia Film Festival RED LEAF Official London East Asia Festival 2021 poster Whether the Weather is Fine (Kun Maupay Man It Panahon ) director Carlo Francisco Manatad bagged the Best Director award at the...
